Berbere Spice Blend (Ethiopian Spice Mix)

I can't even begin to tell you how amazing this spice mix is.  It is essential for Ethiopian cooking. Some of these spices might be hard to find (ahem... ajwan seeds??), but it really is worth the trip to an Indian market (or order online, if you have to).

*Note: Start with a lower amount of cayenne and test it before you add more. 
 

• 1/3-1/2 cup cayenne (depending on your heat tolerance)
• 1/2 cup paprika
• 2 TB Himalayan pink salt (yes, it makes a difference)
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground fenugreek
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp ground cardamon
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 1/8 tsp ground ajwan seeds

 

I like to grind/mix it all with a mortar and pestle, but you can just mix it, as long as it's combined well.  Store in a dry, airtight container.  Use in Ethiopian cooking.  Also really good on fries, meats, fish, etc.